Ganesa or elephant god a universally favourite god, remover of all obstacles and worshipped in the beginning of any function or auspicious occasion. There are Ganesa in various poses and forms. Five faced (Pancha mukha) , Three faced (Trimukha) , Uchishta Ganesa, Ganesa with Devi and Nardana Ganesa (Ganesa in dancing pose)

Dhrishti Ganesa is in great demand now for it is believed that, one is relieved of negative forces and evil eyes, by placing this Ganesa (Facing north wards) . Apart from this there are 16 types of Ganesas called Shodasha Ganapathi.